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From the employer's careers site First seen 3 Nov 2026

General Merchandise Expert

Salary

$16.50 per hour

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Description

Working as a General Merchandise Expert at Target means being part of a team that prioritises guest experience while ensuring product availability and efficient operations.

Your role will involve creating an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by:

  • Greeting guests and making eye contact
  • Helping guests find what they need and resolving issues
  • Supporting team efforts and assisting peers
  • Adjusting to business and guest needs
  • Executing daily tasks such as receiving products, restocking shelves, and maintaining the sales floor
  • Operating power equipment to move merchandise or store fixtures if certified
  • Learning and executing operational procedures
  • Following Target policies and safety procedures

To succeed in this role, you should:

  • Enjoy interacting and helping others
  • Thrive in a fast-moving, physically demanding environment
  • Be open to working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Have a welcoming and helpful attitude towards guests and team members
  • Be able to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Resolve guest questions quickly
  • Pay attention to detail and follow multi-step processes
  • Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment

In terms of benefits, Target offers competitive packages, including financial, educational, and wellbeing benefits.

You can find more information on benefits eligibility for this role at https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A.

Skills

Required

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
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